What is the American Express Global Lounge Collection?

The Amex Platinum Priority Pass benefit gives you access to more than 1,000 airport lounges around the world. It’s a $399-per-year value. Plus, Priority Pass is just one of the six chains of airport lounges that Amex Platinum gives you access to for free. It also gets you into The Centurion® Lounge, International American Express Lounges, Delta SkyClub, Airspace and Escape Lounges. You can use the Amex … read full answerlounge finder tool to see which lounges are in the airport you’re headed to.

Out of all the lounge programs you get access to with Amex Platinum, Priority Pass is special because it’s the only one that requires enrollment. You’ll need a membership card, not just Amex Platinum, to enter Priority Pass lounges.

Here’s how to get your Amex Platinum Priority Pass benefit:

1. Use this link and log into your Amex account with your username and password.
   
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to enroll.
   
3. Wait for your card to arrive. It should take 10-14 business days.
   

If you don’t want to enroll online, you can do it by phone by calling the number on the back of your credit card. Once you receive your membership card in the mail, just show it at the entrance to any Priority Pass lounge and you’ll be admitted. You can bring in guests, too, although individual lounges can limit the number of people you’re allowed. Once inside, you’ll get to enjoy amenities like free food and beverages, Wifi, comfortable seating, and more.

The Delta Sky Club American Express benefit gives you either a discounted rate or free access to Delta Sky Club, depending on your card. The Amex Delta Reserve Credit Card offers complimentary access to Delta Sky Club lounges, and lets you bring up to two guests for $39 each. The … read full answerAmex Delta Platinum Card doesn’t give you a free pass, but lets you buy single-use Delta Sky Club passes at $39 per visit. You can also bring up to two guests for the same rate.

And there are a few more things you should know before you visit one of Delta’s airport lounges.

Here’s what you should know about Delta Sky Club American Express access:

• Delta Sky Club membership normally starts at $545 a year.
• There are over 50 Delta Sky Club lounges at airports around the world.
• Delta Sky Club amenities include food, alcohol, complimentary Wi-Fi, meeting areas, TVs, magazines, and more.
• To use the Sky Club access benefit, you must be traveling on a Delta operated flight.
• You must have a same-day boarding pass, and your ticket must match the name on your credit card.
• If you are a Platinum Amex Delta cardholder, you must pay for your Delta Sky Club pass with your Amex card to get the discounted rate.
• Amex Platinum Delta, and Delta Reserve give you two miles for every dollar you spend in the Sky Club. And you won’t have to pay any foreign transaction fees.